Arkela - Papannapet, Medak
Arkela is a village situated in the Papannapet mandal of Medak district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Papannapet and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sangareddy. Arkela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arkela is 572882. The village covers a total geographical area of 871 hectares and falls under the 502302 pincode. Medak is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Arkela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arkela
As per Census 2011, Arkela village has a total population of 2,702 people, consisting of 1,321 males and 1,381 females. The village has 525 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,022 literate and 1,680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,497 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arkela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,702 | 1,321 | 1,381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 229 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 210 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,497 | 749 | 748 |
| Literate Population | 1,022 | 623 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,680 | 698 | 982 |
Nearby Villages of Arkela
Arkela is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Arkela
Arkela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Medak to Arkela is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangareddy to Arkela is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arkela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arkela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arkela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arkela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arkela
Where is Arkela located?
Arkela village is located in Papannapet Mandal, Medak district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arkela?
Arkela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arkela?
The pincode of Arkela is 502302.
What is the population of Arkela?
Arkela has a total population of 2,702, including 1,321 males and 1,381 females.
How many households are there in Arkela?
There are 525 households in Arkela.
What is the literacy rate in Arkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arkela is 37.82%. Male literacy is 47.16% and female literacy is 28.89%.